Earn Network & Learn: Employers, Co-Op Partners
Empower Tomorrow’s Talent—While Meeting Today’s Needs
Partner with Trinity’s Co-op Program to shape emerging professionals, strengthen your workforce, and make a lasting impact.
The Problem: Great Talent Can Be Hard to Find – Especially When You Need Real Help Now
- You’re busy. You need reliable, motivated support. You want to make a difference—but supervising takes time. You may not have a clear roadmap for how to bring a student intern into your workflow. We get it. That’s why we’ve made it easy for you to get the support you need—while developing the next generation of professionals.
The Solution: Trinity Co-ops–A Smarter Internship Model That Works for Everyone
Trinity’s Cooperative Learning Internship Program (Co-ops) helps you:
- Fill real-time organizational needs with bright, capable students
- Supervise and evaluate emerging professionals
- Build a talent pipeline for future hiring
- Give back to your field while getting valuable work done
Each co-op student is:
- Enrolled in a reflective, skills-based academic course
- Trained in professionalism, communication, equity, leadership, and more
- Supported by Trinity faculty throughout the semester
We equip the students—and we support you.
How It Works: Simple. Supported. Scalable.
Step 1: We match you with student candidates.
Step 2: You interview and select the best fit.
Step 3: Students work for you 8–24 hours/week for 15 weeks.
Step 4: You provide supervision and feedback Co-ops can be in-person, remote, or hybrid.
Available every Fall (Aug–Dec) and Spring (Jan–May).
What Students Learn (And How It Helps You)
Trinity co-op students actively build real-world skills in:
- Career, Vocation & Self-Development
- Critical Thinking
- Communication
- Equity & Inclusion
- Leadership
- Professionalism
- Teamwork
- Technology
You assign meaningful work. We teach them how to reflect, grow, and contribute.
What We Ask of Supervisors:
You’re not in this alone. But we do ask for:
- A work schedule & meaningful tasks
- Training and ongoing feedback
- Two check-ins with the Trinity professor (midpoint & final)
- Timely communication about any concerns
We provide orientation, support, and resources. You help guide the student’s journey.
The Big Picture–When You Partner with Trinity, You Help Students:
- Earn tuition grants (and reduce debt)
- Build meaningful careers
- Gain experience that matters
You’re not just hiring a student. You’re shaping a future leader.
Ready to Join the Co-op Movement?
Let’s talk about how your business or organization can benefit from a Trinity Co-op.